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The Martyrdom of Sant' Emerenziana
Ercole Ferrata, 1660
Bozzetto for altarpiece at the church of Sant' Agnese in Piazza Navona, Rome. Depicts Sant'Emerenziana being stoned to death when praying beside the grave of St Agnes. Marble altar piece was unfinished at artist's death so this maquette provides the original design.
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Title of artwork, date
The Martyrdom of Sant' Emerenziana, 1660
Date supported
1968
Medium and material
Terracotta
Dimensions
71 x 52 cm
Grant
1000
Total cost
6000
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